For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,064 students in 40502, KY (there are , serving 579 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 40502, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 40502, KY are Ashland Elementary School, Cassidy Elementary School and Morton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40502 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40502, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40502, KY 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
195 N Ashland Ave
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3243
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3243
Grades: K-5
| 281 students
Rank: #22.
Cassidy Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1125 Tates Creek Road
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3018
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3018
Grades: K-5
| 645 students
Rank: #33.
Morton Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1225 Tates Creek Pk
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3533
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3533
Grades: 6-8
| 641 students
Rank: #44.
Glendover Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
710 Glendover Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3403
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3403
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students
Rank: #55.
Henry Clay High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Fontaine Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Grades: 9-12
| 1,990 students
Rank: #66.
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2101 St. Mathilda Dr.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3273
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3273
Grades: PK-5
| 557 students
Rank: #77.
Julius Marks Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3277 Pepperhill Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3470
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3470
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Rank: n/an/a
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Grades: PK-5
| 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Grades: 6-12
| 5 students
40502, Kentucky 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Placement (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Fayette Private (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 222-3333
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 222-3333
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
350 Henry Clay Blvd.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Grades: PK-5
| 391 students
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Grades: K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40502, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40502, KY include Ashland Elementary School, Cassidy Elementary School and Morton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 40502?
9 public schools are located in 40502.
What percentage of students in 40502 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 40502 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40502?
40502 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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